This week we look at Paul’s letter to the Philippians which is unique—Most of Paul’s letters call for some form of correction either in terms of doctrine or practice. The Galatians had fallen into a pattern of works of righteousness; the Corinthians had a whole plethora of issues with all kinds of sin; the Romans couldn’t get along with anybody; and the Thessalonians doubted Jesus deity and were losing heart.
But the Philippians for the most part were celebrated by Paul. They are doing most things right. Over and over Paul encourages them to stay the course. Paul had strong affections for the Christians at Philippi encouraging them, “make my joy complete by being like-minded, by doing everything without selfishness, by loving one another” (Phil 2:2)—Keeping His Greatest Commandment.
Keep working and growing in the direction Jesus has placed within your hearts—Love God and love one another by making, “Your attitude the same as that of Christ Jesus.” (Phil 2:5) Strive to mirror Him and specifically His attitude toward others. Join us this week at Sedona United Methodist Church as the Rev. Fred Mast shares a message entitled “If I Could Be Like Christ”.
To keep our community safe we continue to temporarily suspend our On-Site Worship and Fellowship Time—But we do offer an amazing Spirit Filled On-Line Worship each week—Please access worship through our website (www.sedonaumc.org). Sunday mornings we enter the spirit of worship featuring meaningful and uplifting music, special times of prayer and passionate life changing messages designed to move you closer in your relationship with Jesus Christ and others.
Check out our Facebook and Website page for the latest details and updates regarding church activities and Re-Opening Plan coming soon! Don’t hesitate to contact us if we may be of assistance and for pastoral care. We are here to help!
The Church Building may be temporarily closed—But the Church is certainly open with so many great missions, ministries and opportunities at Sedona UMC—Visit our website at us on www.sedonaumc.org and “Like” us on Facebook. We would love to pray for you! —Prayer requests may be submitted online or by calling us at 928-282-1780. We are conveniently located at 110 Indian Cliffs Road off the Back O’Beyond roundabout on Route 179 in Sedona. All are welcome at Sedona UMC—We look forward to seeing you very soon—Come and grow with us!
